Deanna Swaney Bücher

Alaska ist nicht nur der nordwestlichste Bundesstaat der USA, er ist flächenmäßig auch der größte. Eine Vielzahl von tiefblauen Seen, Fjorden und atemberaubenden Gletschern sind kennzeichnend für die vielen Nationalparks des Landes. Der Vis-à-Vis Alaska stellt die bekanntesten unter ihnen vor und zeigt, welche Highlights den Besucher dort erwarten. Eine ganz besondere Möglichkeit Natur und Tiere der Region kennenzulernen bietet dabei eine Rundreise auf einem Kreuzfahrtschiff. Welche Jahreszeit sich dafür eignet, welche Routen sich anbieten und welche Vorbereitungen vorab zu treffen sind, erfährt der Leser in einem speziell darauf ausgerichteten Serviceteil. Individualreisenden eröffnet der Reiseführer zahlreiche Outdoor-Aktivitäten. Das Spektrum reicht vom Wandern über Bergsteigen, Kajakfahren und Ski-Langlauf bis hin zu Ausflügen mit Boot, Kleinflugzeug oder Wassertaxi. Nützliche „Überlebens“-Tipps sowie zahlreiche Restaurant- und Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten beinhaltet der ausführliche Anhang.

Each of these three islands are melting pots of races, religions and cultures. This travel guide suggests visiting the Seychelles for the beaches, Reunion for the mountains and the alpine scenery, and Mauritius for the people and culture, and includes advice and information on all."

A guide to budget travel in Iceland, Greenland and the Faroe Islands, providing information on the hot lava fields, geysers, glaciers and midnight sun of the region, and commenting on the blend of European, indigenous and old Norse traditions and cultures.

Wedged between the vast Kalahari and the fog-shrouded Atlantic, Namibia is one of Southern Africa's most fascinating destinations. Let our guide introduce you to its shipwrecks, sand dunes and San culture. 50 detailed maps the lowdown on safaris: where to go and who to go with special colour wildlife guide entire chapter on nearby Victoria Falls, and details of getting there via both Zambia and Botswana expert tips on travelling safely

Includes in-depth coverage of one country or a small group of countries, detailed maps of cities, towns and rural areas, valuable health and safety advice, and key words, phrases and basic grammar of local languages.

This detailed guide to one of Scandinavia's most fascinating countries covers everything from urban Oslo to the northern Arctic wilderness. There are details on all kinds of outdoor activities, including hiking through Norway's many fjords and mountains. Included are notes on the ancient Sami culture of the north and the Norwegian culture of the south. Coverage of well-known sites, as well as many off-the-beaten-track destinations, is extensive, as are accommodation, eating, and transportation options. The money-saving tips are essential as Norway is one of the world's most expensive countries.

This new guide covers Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Along with the practical essentials, this book includes background on the region's turbulent history and insight into its distinctive cultures, as well as an outdoor activities section. color. 110 maps.

Two remarkably different countries, Western Samoa and American Samoa offer Polynesian culture at its best and some wonderful island escapes.

Revised and expanded, this guide will help travellers discover the beauty and secrets of these largely forgotten islands. Unique wildlife, varied terrain and the remnants of French colonialism have combined to produce a feeling of suspense and mystery for travellers to these islands.